Connor Hellebuyck Will Get His First Postseason Start
7 years agoWinnipeg Jets netminder Connor Hellebuyck is all set to start against the Minnesota Wild in the first playoff game of his career. Hellebuyck was on a hot streak in his last 10 games of the season, going 9-0 and posting a 2.44 goals-against average and .919 save percentage. He has already made franchise history as the best goalie to dress for the Jets, and with his final win of the year also established a new NHL record for the most single-season victories by an American goaltender. Hellebuyck is a strong Vezina contender but this is the first time he has taken on the starter position and fatigue can be a problem, especially in the playoffs. He is still a strong goaltender and should start the postseason on the right foot.
Source: Hockey Reference
Source: Hockey Reference